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Canary Island Date Palm (Phoenix canariensis) - Not Recommended

CanaryIsland date Palm

Florida Native:

No

Special interest:

Massive trunk

Growth Rate:

Slow

Height at Maturity:

40'

Width at Maturity:

25'

Grow Space:

Medium, 25' from OHU

Soil Requirements:

Well-drained

Cold Hardiness:

Hardy

Evergreen/Deciduous:

Evergreen

Salt Tolerance:

High 

Drought Tolerance:

High

Comments:

This high-maintenance palm is prone to fungal diseases in our humid environment and should only be used in large, intensively-maintained landscapes. Culture and good drainage are the keys to keeping the Canary Island Date Palm healthy. For most landscapes, there are better choices.

Uses:

Specimen 

Maintenance:

$$$$$

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